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Ministry of Tribal Affairs
SHRI ARJUN MUNDA TO E-LAUNCH TRIBAL HEALTH AND NUTRITION PORTAL “SWASTHYA” ON 17TH AUGUST, 2020
Union Tribal Affairs Minister Shri Arjun Munda will e-launch “Swasthya”, a first of its kindTribal Health & Nutrition Portal: One-stop solution forthe health & nutrition status of the tribal population of Indiahere on 17th August, 2020 . Minister of State SmtRenuka Singh Saruta will grace the occasion. The Ministry of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with PiramalSwasthya, the Centre of Excellence has developed this Tribal Health and Nutrition Portal ‘Swasthya’, a one-stop solution presenting all information pertaining to tribal health and nutrition related to Scheduled Tribe people.
‘Swasthya’ is the first of its kind comprehensive platform for health and nutrition related information of the tribal population of India. It has a dashboard, knowledge repository, partner segment, Sickle Cell Diseases  support corner. The dashboard presents data curated from multiple sources for the 177 identified high priority tribal districts.In addition, the Portal also has research studies, innovations and best practices on tribal community curated from multiple sources related to tribal health and nutrition. In addition, the SCDSupport Corneravailable in the Portal encourages people with Sickle Cell disease or trait to register themselves. It is hoped that this Portal will bridge the existing knowledge, drive evidence-based policy making and catalyze a series of actions which will ultimately lead to overall improvements in the health and nutrition status of the tribal population in India.
The Portal will be managed by the Centre of Excellence  for Knowledge Management inHealth and Nutrition, established by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with Piramal Swasthya Management and Research Institute. This CoE works towards consolidating data for tribal health & nutrition, facilitating evidence-based policy making, documenting successful models, best practices and innovative solutions, disseminating and facilitating exchange of knowledge, creating networks and collaborating with stakeholders to improve tribal health & nutrition outcomes.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets people of Arunachal Pradesh on the Statehood Day
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has greeted people of Arunachal Pradesh on the Statehood Day.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Greetings to the wonderful people of Arunachal Pradesh on the special occasion of their Statehood Day. The people of this state are known for their culture, courage and strong commitment to India’s development. May Arunachal Pradesh keep scaling new heights of progress."
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
180.60 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 32,811
Active cases stand at 0.08%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.72%
3,884 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
4,24,50,055
2,876 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
78.05 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 7,52,818 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
Success Story through NERCORMP Intervention
Women Empowerment: From Dependent to Independent, a case of a responsible mother.
This programme under the Ministry of DoNER
NERCRMS a registered society under the aegis of North Eastern Council , Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region , Govt. of India paved the way for women empowerment by providing them with opportunity for sustainable livelihood opportunities.
Ms. Vavah, a 28 year old, successfully expanded her piggery with the aid of her grant. The number of pigs increased from 5 to 30 during the project's duration. Ms Vavah, a mother of two children and the wife of a wood trader, Mr Seikhogin Baite. She used the proceeds from the sale of these pigs to purchase GI Sheets and other materials for the construction of her house, the enlargement of the Pig Sty, clothing, pig feeds, and other everyday household needs. She also purchased more piglets, bringing her total number of pigs to 35. .
Mrs. Vavah was happy about the financial support she received from the project and additional support from her husband and father in-law to start up with 5 piglets. She sold her pigs in batch wise for every seven month time @ Rs. 14,000/- per pig  she already sold out 30 pigs till now. She spoke about the needs for enhancement of knowledge on vaccination of pigs especially if one needs to increase or scale up pig rearing. “The market is good and the demand for pigs is high. My wish is to scale up to 50-60 pigs in the next two years.”
She was happy and proudly said, “I owned a gold Chain from my earning through pig rearing” with a smile full of satisfaction on her face.
She further expresses her gratitude by saying that “I am thankful to NERCORMP Chandel, Centre for Women and Girls and especially my village NaRMG leaders for providing me this opportunity. Now as I have my own source of income and I feel more secured and independent. I am no longer need to depend on my husband for every expense.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to release a Commemorative Coin to mark the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh ji
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release a commemorative coin on Guru Gobind Singh ji, on January 13, 2019 at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, New Delhi. The event marks the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh ji. The Prime Minister will also address a select gathering on this occasion.
The Tenth Guru of Sikhs- Guru Gobind Singh has been a source of inspiration for many through his teachings and ideals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended 350th birth anniversary celebrations of Shri Guru Gobind Singh JiMaharaj in Patna on January 5, 2017. He released a commemorative postage stamp to mark the occasion. In his address, the Prime Minister underlined how Guru Gobind Singh made a unique attempt to unite the country through the Khalsa sect and the five PanchPyaras belonged to different parts of India. He said that Guru Gobind Singh ji put knowledge at the core of his teaching.
Recalling Guru Gobind Singh’s fight for the weaker sections, the Prime Minister in his Mann Ki Baat radio program broadcast on 30th December, 2018 said that Guru Gobind Singh ji believed that the biggest service is to alleviate human sufferings. He lauded Guru Gobind Singh ji for his heroism, sacrifice and devotion.
At the Ludhiana National MSME Awards ceremony on 18h October 2016, the Prime Minister recalled how Guru Gobind Singh’s message that people should consider entire mankind as one- no one is superior or inferior, no one is touchable or untouchable is still relevant. In his Independence Day Address on 15th August, 2016, Prime Minister once again brought to the fore the saga of sacrifice for the country which has been the tradition of Sikh Gurus.
Special Service and Features
Handloom Day 2021 in Chennai
The 7th August was chosen as the National Handloom Day Handloom Day to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement which was launched on this day in 1905. The National Handloom Day is observed annually in the honour of our handloom weavers and to provide impetus to the handloom industry. The main function of 7th National Handloom Day was held in New Delhi today through virtual platform. 28 Weavers Service Centres, 6 Indian Institutes of Handloom Technology, NHDC & NIFT Campuses across India along with Craft Handloom Villages at Mohpara, Kanihama, Virtual BSM and around 150 handloom clusters across the country were connected to the venue.
Staff Weavers’ Service Centre, Chennai along with weavers and designers attended the function virtually. Further, the weavers of handloom clusters of Thirvidaimarudur-1, Paramakudi-II, Aruppukottai-II, Aruppukottai-V, and Dindigul-I of Tamilnadu state also attended the function virtually.
This is stated in a press release issued by the Shri. C. Muthusamy, Director, Weavers Service Centre, Chennai.
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Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President calls for responsible media coverage
VP expresses his concern over growing sensationalism in media
Freedom of press is indispensable to democracy: VP
Vice President inaugurates 100 Metre Tower for 10 KW FM Operation at the AIR FM Station Nellore
The Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu today called upon the media to follow values of ethical journalism and be responsible in their coverage of news.
Expressing his concern over the tendency to exaggerate and sensationalise news, he said that it is tantamount to misinforming the public. At times, such misinformation can cause panic, he said and added “be closer to the truth and stay away from sensation”.
Shri Naidu inaugurated a 100 Metre Tower for 10 KW FM Operation at the All India Radio FM Station in Nellore today. Soon after arriving at the AIR studio, Shri Naidu gave a special address through live broadcast and dedicated the FM tower to the people of Nellore. He expressed happiness that the station he laid the foundation for when he was the Minister of Information & Broadcasting is operational today.
Addressing a gathering later, Shri Naidu stressed that freedom of press is indispensable in a democracy. He said the media plays a vital role in educating the people on various issues and strengthening democracy. In this context, he underlined the critical role of broadcast media in national development.
Noting the widespread reach of the media in the digital age , Shri Naidu advised the media to reflect the realities of society and always remain wedded to cardinal principles of journalism. There is also a need for the media to introspect and self-regulate. He also suggested that people should encourage media organisations that follow honest and ethical journalism.
Reflecting on the falling standards in TV debates, he called for more meaningful and respectful discussions on important national issues. Reminding that India has 60 percent rural population, he called upon all media organisations to focus more on the issues of rural India.
Touching upon the rise of social media, he expressed his concern over the phenomenon of fake news and said that people should not forward unverified and unsubstantiated information to others.
The Vice President noted the popularity of radio and its importance in educating people on various issues. He recalled how radio has been instrumental in giving recognition to many artists as well as bringing extension services closer to farmers.
Minister For Agriculture & Cooperation, Marketing, Food Processing, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Kakani Govardhan Reddy, Andhra Pradesh MLA, Shri Kotamreddy Sridhar Reddy, CEO, Prasar Bharati, Shri Shashi Shekhar Vempati, DG, All India Radio, Shri N. Venudhar Reddy, and other dignitaries were present during the event.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles demise of Dr Kenneth David Kaunda
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of Dr Kenneth David Kaunda, former President of Zambia.
In a tweet the Prime Minister said :
"Saddened to hear of the demise of Dr. Kenneth David Kaunda, a respected world leader and statesman. My deepest condolences to his family and the people of Zambia."
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Funds for R&D in drug discovery and manufacturing
R&D and innovation in pharma sector is done by number of institutions and organizations under various scientific Ministries/ Departments, which have their own budgetary provisions. Department of Pharmaceuticals has set up seven National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education & Research  as institutes of national importance, to nurture and promote quality and excellence in pharmaceutical education and research in India. An outlay of Rs. 1,500 cr. has been approved for strengthening/ up-gradation of these NIPERs for the period 2021-22 to 2025-26.
Department of Pharmaceuticals has also set up an Inter- Departmental Committee  to periodically review and coordinate research work undertaken by various organizations under different Ministries/ Departments so as to ensure optimum utilization of funds and avoid overlapping and duplication of efforts and resources.
NIPERs, after detailed inter departmental consultations have formulated a programme on ‘Drug Discovery for Affordable Healthcare’ in mission mode and has sought funds from National Research Foundation . Council of Scientific and Industrial Research  through its constituent laboratories has been pursuing R&D activities for drug discovery and development with the total funds committed for ongoing research in the area to the tune of about Rs 53.56 Crore. Department of Biotechnology , along with its Public Sector Undertaking  Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council  has facilitated implementation of R&D projects for drug discovery in the areas of Tuberculosis , Anti-Microbial Resistance , Diabetes, Cancer, Rare Diseases, etc., through the regular schemes of DBT and BIRAC. Department of Scientific & Technology  has recently invited proposals for research in rare diseases with focus to bring generic drugs which are off- patent and to develop process chemistry for drugs under patent to make it affordable once patent expires.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organization  under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare approve new drugs in the country as per provisions of Drugs & Cosmetic Act, 1940 & Rules, made there under. The comprehensive list of all approved drugs is available at https://cdsco.gov.in/opencms/en/Approval_new/Approved-New-Drugs/
In USA, the list of all drugs approved by USFDA is available at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/daf/ and in EU, the European Medicines Agency  publishes medicine-related data on its website and European public assessment reports  of all medicines authorized in European Union is available a at https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/download-medicine-data#european-public-assessment-reports--section
This information was given by Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Bhagwanth Khuba in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Education
MoS  Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey calls for partnership of Industry in Developmental Works
MoS  Dr Mahendra Nath Pandey invited industry to come forward for partnership to take up development schemes, support start-ups, and take up new initiatives. He also talked about various measures to tap other elements who are engaged in the field of education. He said education is a subject matter of centre and state and expected greater cooperation from all the states. He invited suggestions and comments on draft education policy and other matters from industry members.
Dr. Pandey was addressing a day long programme “Transforming Lives Through Education and Innovation & Education Excellence Awards 2017” organised by ASSOCHAM in Kolkata yesterday. The programme was focussed on pre-school education, primary and secondary schooling and higher education. The delibrations centered around quality in education, technological interventions that can take sector forward and the holistic education and engagement of educators from pre-school level. On this occasion, office bearers of ASSOCHAM and Calcutta Chamber of Commerce were present. The gathering was informed by ASSOCHAM that the programme delibrations will be consolidated and key points alongwith inputs from stakeholders will be submitted to the Ministry of HRD for consideration.
Ministry of Defence
Sri Lanka - India Exercise, SLINEX Concluded
The ninth edition of the bi-lateral Naval exercise between India and Sri Lanka, SLINEX  concluded on 10 Mar 22. Sri Lankan Naval Ship Sayurala, an Indian built Advanced Off-shore Patrol Vessel, Indian Naval ships Jyoti, Kirch along with Dornier Aircraft, ALH MK Ill, Sea King and Chetak participated in the exercise.
The sea phase of SLINEX was held in the Bay of Bengal included Joint Boarding and Slithering operations by Special Forces of both navies, Over the Horizon Targeting drills, maiden underway replenishment of SLN ship with INS Jyoti and deck landing practices by ALH MK III on board SLN Sayurala. Exercises during Sea Phase also saw activities such as anti-Piracy drills, gun firings, seamanship evolutions, communication procedures and Search and Rescue operations. The inter-operability achieved over the years as a result of such exercises has proved to be operationally beneficial for both the navies. The present edition of the exercise has further strengthened ties between the two Maritime neighbours and helped in improving interoperability.
SLINEX was conducted from 07 to 10 Mar 22 at Visakhapatnam. The harbour phase included professional interactions between two navies on various topics, sports fixtures and formal calls as well as informal interactions.
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Water Pollution
Water quality of different rivers in the country is being regularly monitored by agencies such as Central Pollution Control Board , State Pollution Control Boards , Pollution Control Committees  and Central Water Commission . Rivers in the country are mainly polluted due to discharge of untreated and partially treated sewage from cities/ towns and industrial effluents. Non-point sources of pollution like agricultural runoff, open defecation, runoff from solid waste dump sites, etc. also contribute to pollution of rivers. Based on the assessment of water quality, various measures are being taken both by the Central and the State Government organisations to prevent pollution of rivers. River cleaning is a continuous process and the Central Government assists State Governments and Urban Local bodies through schemes like ‘Namami Gange’ and National River Conservation Plan  of Ministry of Jal Shakti as well as, Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation  and Smart Cities Mission of Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, etc. NRCP has so far covered polluted stretches of 34 rivers in 77 towns spread over 16 States in the country with a sanctioned cost of Rs.5965.90 crore & sewage treatment capacity of 2522.03 million litres per day  has been created. Under Namami Gange programme, a total of 335 projects has been sanctioned at a cost of Rs.29,578 crore so far, of which 142 projects have been completed and made operational. Out of 335 projects, 156 projects are in the sewerage sector for creation of total sewage treatment capacity of 4867 mld, and sewerage network of 5066 kms.
As per the Provisions of Environment  Act, 1986 and Water , Act 1974, industrial units are required to install effluent treatment plants  and treat their effluents to comply with stipulated environmental standards before discharging into river and water bodies. Accordingly, CPCB, SPCBs and PCCs monitor industries with respect to effluent discharge standards and take action for non-compliance under provisions of these Acts.
Besides, in compliance of the orders of National Green Tribunal in OA No.673/2018, concerned States/ Union Territories are implementing Action Plans for restoration of water quality in the identified polluted stretches of rivers in their respective States/UTs. River Rejuvenation Committees  have been constituted by State Governments/UTs for preparation and implementation of approved Action Plans and a Central Monitoring Committee  has been constituted at Central level to monitor progress of implementation.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Jal Shakti & Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Rattan Lal Kataria in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Science & Technology
First grassroots innovation-based standards formulated by Bureau of Indian Standards 
The first official standard for a grassroots innovation has been set up for clay cooling cabinet Mitticool developed by Shri Mansukh Bhai Prajapati, from Wankaner, in Gujarat. The standard set up by the Bureau of India Standards is necessary after a particular stage for scaling up and entering the cross-border markets.
National Innovation Foundation  – India, an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology , Government of India, put forward this idea at the Innovations Scholars In-residence Programme held at Rashtrapati Bhawan. BIS took cognizance of this innovative technology and subsequently engaged with NIF to develop a new Indian Standard -- IS 17693: 2022 ‘Non-electric cooling cabinet made of clay’.
The IS 17693: 2022 Non-electric Cooling Cabinet Made of Clay is the first standard rooted in a grassroots innovation - ‘Mitticool Refrigerator’. The standard specifies the construction and performance requirements of a cooling cabinet of the natural refrigerator made out of clay which operates on the principle of evaporative cooling. These cabinets may be used to store perishable foodstuff without the need of electricity. It provides a natural coldness to foodstuffs so that they remain fresh without deteriorating their quality.
The standard helps in the endeavour of BIS to fulfil 6 of out 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals , namely 1 , 2 , 5 , 7 , 9 , and 12 .
The standard can help grassroots innovations march hand-in-hand with innovations in the formal sector. Some benefits that are expected to accrue to the innovation are – facilitation of trade and commerce, improvement of processes and making them more efficient, guidance in consistent functioning and quality, simplifying comparison of products and services, promoting further technological developments and so on.
The impact of the ‘Mitticool Refrigerator’has already been exponential, and it is poised to grow by attaining this significant milestone of setting standards. It is already playing a lead role in reviving the pottery culture, tradition, and heritage; connecting people back to roots in better, healthier ways; promoting sustainable consumption; economically empowering the indigent community; working towards green and cool earth, economic development and employment generation; and contributing towards rural women upliftment and making them financially independent. These achievements will receive a boost with the new standard.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Mega Camp organized for Beedi Workers and Unorganized Workers by Ministry of Labour and Employment at Bareilly Today
Minister of State  for Labour and Employment, Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar inaugurated a Mega Camp organized for Beedi Workers and Unorganized Workers by Ministry of Labour and Employment at Bareilly Today.
More than 6000 workers participated in the camp. Housing sanction certificates to 70 beneficiaries were given at the spot. Around 3000 insurance certificates of Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Beema Yojana  and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Beema Yojana  were given to the beneficiaries. Around 250 workers were provided spectacles who had already undergone the eye checkup.
While addressing the gathering Shri Gangwar said that our government is committed for welfare of unorganized labour force of the country and these camps create awareness about welfare schemes of the government among the stakeholders.
He congratulated the Labour Minister of UP government Shri Swami Prasad Maurya and officials of Labour Department and DGLW for making this camp a huge success.